Shivaji of Thanjavur

Shivaji Bhonsle of Thanjavur
Raja of Thanjavur Maratha kingdom
Shivaji Bhonsle of Thanjavur
Reign	1832–1855
Coronation	17 March 1832, Durbar Hall, Tanjore Fort
Died	29 October 1855 Sadar Mahal, Tanjore Fort,
Issue	Rajasa Boje Ammanee Rajur Bai (daughter) Vijaya Mohana Muktamba Bai (daughter)
Dynasty	Bhonsle
Father	Serfoji II
Religion	Hinduism

Raja Shivaji (Marathi: तंजावरचे शिवाजी) (fl. 17 March 1832 – 29 October 1855) of the Bhonsle dynasty of Thanjavur in India, was the son of Raja Serfoji II and ruled the fortress of Thanjavur and its surroundings from 1832 to 1855. He was the last Raja of Thanjavur known to wield any authority.

Raja Shivaji was the only surviving son of Serfoji II when the latter died in 1832. The missionary Heber describes the young Shivaji as a 'pale and sickly child'. However, his health seemed to have got better as he grew up for he is known for his physical and mental attainments. He contributed to the expansion of the Saraswathi Mahal Library and gave many useful books. One Varahappaiyar prepared the catalogue for all the manuscripts in the library.